Ingredients

  • 2 cups quick-cooking grits
  • 2 1/2 cups extra-sharp cheddar cheese, grated
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon hot sauce (recommended ( Tabasco)
  • 3 large eggs, well beaten
  • 2 jalapenos, finely diced
  • 1/4 cup canned diced green chilis
  • garlic salt

Method

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Cook the grits according to the directions on the back of the package (usually between 5-10 minutes), whisking the whole time to avoid lumps.
  • Remove from the heat and add next 6 ingredients (cheddar through chilies).
  • Stir well and season with garlic salt, to taste.
  • Pour into a buttered 9x9-inch baking dish and bake for 1 hour.
  • Let cool slightly before slicing and serving.